By Laura Michell
Bulla’s Alister Clark Memorial Rose Garden is in full bloom as it celebrates its 21st anniversary.
The Green Street garden is dedicated to the work of Australia’s most prolific rose breeder, Alister Clark who bred 128 different roses in Bulla between 1912 and 1949.
The garden also holds the largest collection of Alister Clark roses in the world.
Hume mayor Carly Moore said the garden was one of Hume and Melbourne’s hidden treasures, nestled between two bluestone buildings at the top of the Bulla hill.
“If you haven’t experienced this beautiful garden yet, it is certainly worth a visit and even if you have enjoyed the garden before, there is always something new flowering,” she said.
“Hume City Council and a dedicated team of volunteers have worked hard over 21 years to create and maintain this beautiful garden.”
Entry to the garden is free and it is open every day during daylight hours.
Details: hume.vic.gov.au/attractions
